My Mom’s Fudge
This classic fudge recipe creates a rich, smooth, and decadent treat. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a delightful dessert perfect for any occasion. The recipe also includes several variations to add your own creative touch.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips | 2 cups |
| Sweetened Condensed Milk | 1 can (14 oz) |
| Unsalted Butter | 1/2 cup |
| Vanilla Extract | 1 tsp |
| Salt | A pinch |
Instructions:
- Gathering the Ingredients: Collect all ingredients listed in the table.
- Preparing the Fudge Pan: Line an 8×8 inch (or similar sized) square baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melting the Chocolate: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the semi-sweet chocolate chips and stir gently until completely melted and smooth.
- Adding Sweetened Condensed Milk: Add the sweetened condensed milk to the melted chocolate mixture.
- Incorporating Vanilla Extract and Salt: Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to the mixture.
- Stirring and Mixing: Stir the mixture continuously until it is smooth and homogenous.
- Pouring the Mixture into the Pan: Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- Cooling and Setting: Let the fudge cool at room temperature for about 2 hours, then refrigerate to fully set.
- Cutting the Fudge: Once set, remove the fudge from the pan using the parchment paper, place it on a cutting board, and cut into bite-sized squares.
Fudge Variations
- Peanut Butter Fudge: Replace half of the chocolate chips with peanut butter chips.
- Mint Chocolate Fudge: Add mint extract and green food coloring to the mixture.
- Rocky Road Fudge: Add mini marshmallows, chopped nuts, and chocolate chunks to the mixture.
- Salted Caramel Fudge: Incorporate homemade salted caramel sauce into the mixture.
- White Chocolate Cranberry Fudge: Use white chocolate chips and dried cranberries.
- Nutella Fudge: Mix Nutella with the melted chocolate.
